Sheriff to add extra DUI patrols on St. Paddy’s Day

Following a few simple steps will ensure you get home safely. Always have a designated driver or utilize the local taxi services. Give the keys to a responsible party at the beginning of the night. Phone a friend or family member.

March 9, 2015 9:30 pm

— Excerpt from Sheriff’s office press release:

The San Juan County Sheriff’s Department will be conducting extra roving DUI patrols on St. Patrick’s Day in an effort to remove those who are driving while impaired by alcohol and/or drugs from the roads.

These patrols are in addition to the regularly scheduled patrols, all looking for the signs of impaired driving.

Following a few simple steps will ensure you get home safely.

Always have a designated driver or utilize the local taxi services. Give the keys to a responsible party at the beginning of the night. Phone a friend or family member.